Biodegradable Notebooks

Andrew Brookes • 30 July 2020

- the ideal Environmentally Friendly Promotional gift

Biodegradable Notebooks from Apple Peel

Giving high quality promotional gift is way of saying thank you to your customers. Giving an environmentally friendly gift positions you brand and your desire to help in the fight against global warming and the mountains of plastics discarded every year.


The problem with most environmentally sound products is that they do have a real quality feel. Here is one that doe. A new collection of fully biodegradable products made from apples – yes apples


The Appeel collection, through a patented and pioneering technique, is created from the parts of apples that are often overlooked. The Appeel collection offers a variety of exclusive and high quality eco-leather hand crafted accessories and paper notebooks. All made from apple peel and selected vegetable fibres, creating an innovative fusion of technology and imagination. The collection is inspired by nature and the changing scenery of the Italian landscape.

Apple Peel Note book colours

From the first blossom capturing the warming sun, to the autumnal colours of the harvest:

Appeel is all of this. Each creation combines texture and personality that transports you to an Italian orchard. The warm colours of our most loved apples are the collections colour palette. Appeel is an innovative process that stays true to its Italian roots. A collection dedicated to those who appreciate naturally sourced products combined with Italian design flair. A suitable alternative for those who care for animals and the environment.


The Appeel collection is Italian designed with a sympathetic reflection of the colours of our most loved apples. The collection features a variety of extra details: from real stitching to expandable back pockets and elasticated enclosure bands.


Appeel’s low environmental impact paper is created from special vegetable fibres. A smooth paper with a high quality density designed for beautiful writing results

Enviro friendly gift

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